A Career in Sports in India

Think sports and we would today think of Virat Kohli, P V Sindhu, Sardar Singh, Neeraj Chopra and the linkes. Sports, which essentially only meant cricket in India until a decade ago is now changing fast. Tennis, badminiton, golf, boxing, hockey, javelin throw, kabaddi etc. have become professional sports. Essentially, sports could become a source of livelihood in India, if one has the talent and determination.

So, what does the domain of sports offer for an aspiring student today? Let us examine a few options.

I. Becoming a professional sportsperson is an obvious option, students can look at becoming physical education trainers, fitness experts, and coaches. Some options for pursuing a career in these lines are:

The Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education (LNCPE), Thiruvananthapuram is part of Sports Authority of India and offers 2 Year B.P.Ed (after graduation)and MPhil programs http://lncpe.gov.in/

II. Sports medicine - This is also an emerging and lucrative option in the sports injury ad rejuvination segment. Typically one pursues an MBBS followed by a specialization leading to MD in Sports Medicine or Orthopaedic Surgeons. This career line would require one to take up UG-NEET followed by PG-NEET.
Another option would be to pursue programs in physiotherapy, yoga, occupational therapy etc. A few good BPT (bachelor in physiotherapy programs are offered at KMC Manipal, KEM Mumbai, MGU Medical College Kottayam, JSS College of Physiotherpay Mysuru, GGSIPU Delhi, K.J. Somaiya College of Physiotherapy & Research Centre etc.

III. Sports Management - Most people would club this under the sunrise sector. Currently in its infancy, these careers are increasingly become relevant today. A few recommended ones for Sports Management are: